John J. Demboski
VALMARK ADVISERS
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
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CRD#: 4320709
Professional summary
John Joseph Demboski, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at VALMARK ADVISERS, INC. located in Santa Barbara, California and VALMARK SECURITIES, INC. located in Santa Barbara, California.
John is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2001. John has worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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1.) CEO and President of Demboski & Chapman Financial and Insurance Solutions, Inc., 200 E Carrillo, Suite 203; Santa Barbara, CA 93101 John Demboski provides regular Human Resources, Operational, and Financial macro oversight for the corporate organization. Direct compensation in form of Net profits. 8-40 Hours per month as needed, generally 0 hours required during securities trading hours This OBA began 12/2010. /// 2.) Life, Health, Accident, Property and Casualty Broker Insurance Agent 200 E Carrillo, Suite 203; Santa Barbara, CA 93101 John Demboski provides and implements an array of insurance product solutions. Direct compensation in form of commissions with clients having full access to disclosure of this compensation, along with any known potential conflicts of interest. 8-40 Hours per month as needed, generally 0 hours required during securities trading hours This OBA began 11/2000./// 3.)Global thought Leadership; Industry Speaking, Authorship. 200 E Carrillo, Suite 203; Santa Barbara, CA 93101 John Demboski regularly speaks at national & global financial industry conferences. He also regularly holds leadership positions, and writes. Topics are generally pertaining to the psychology, and application of "ethical-success" and "ethical-leadership" principals in the financial services industry. Direct net profits from speaking and writing, as well as indirect compensation through subsidized and/or complimentary travel expenses. 8-40 Hours per month as needed, generally 0 hours required during securities trading hours This OBA began 11/2005./// 4.)Hillside House; Santa Barbara, CA; board member, board of directors for non-profit organization; not investment related; client; no compensation; volunteer position. While also serving as agent for the Hillside House employee benefits plans and investment advisor rep for the Hillside House 401k plan, I recuse myself from all decision-making and voting activities to mitigate any conflicts of interest.
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 2004
Experience
Current
March 10, 2010 - Present
VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.
Office #1: 200 East Carrillo Street Suite 203, Santa Barbara, CA 93101RIA
CRD#: 108050
SANTA BARBARA, CA
Current
March 10, 2010 - Present
VALMARK SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 200 East Carrillo Street Suite 203, Santa Barbara, CA 93101BD
CRD#: 31243
Santa Barbara, CA
Past
July 20, 2005 - March 17, 2010
WALNUT STREET SECURITIES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 15840
SANTA BARBARA, CA
Past
April 9, 2001 - March 17, 2010
WALNUT STREET SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 15840
SANTA BARBARA, CA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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VA
VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.
VALMARK ADVISERS INC | VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.
CRD#: 108050 / SEC#: 801-55564
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/29/1998 Approved)Wyoming
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/2017 Terminated)State Registrations and Notice Filings
Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.
IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.Visual representation of state registrations
RR
Arizona(3/10/2010)
IAR
Arizona(3/17/2010)
RR
California(3/10/2010)
IAR
California(3/10/2010)
RR
Colorado(3/10/2010)
IAR
Colorado(1/6/2022)
RR
Florida(3/10/2010)
IAR
Florida(6/4/2019)
RR
Hawaii(3/10/2010)
IAR
Hawaii(1/3/2012)
RR
Idaho(8/15/2025)
IAR
Idaho(8/15/2025)
IAR
Indiana(1/18/2013)
RR
Louisiana(2/21/2024)
IAR
Louisiana(2/26/2024)
IAR
Michigan(12/16/2019)
RR
Michigan(2/13/2020)
IAR
Montana(2/16/2021)
RR
Montana(10/30/2024)
IAR
Nevada(11/28/2018)
RR
Nevada(12/4/2020)
RR
North Carolina(6/9/2020)
IAR
North Carolina(6/23/2021)
RR
Oregon(3/10/2010)
IAR
Oregon(1/10/2011)
RR
Pennsylvania(10/19/2023)
IAR
Puerto Rico(5/27/2021)
RR
South Carolina(10/27/2025)
IAR
South Carolina(10/27/2025)
RR
Texas(1/29/2017)
IAR
Texas(9/10/2021)
RR
Utah(2/11/2022)
RR
Washington(3/10/2010)
IAR
Washington(3/10/2010)
RR
Wisconsin(3/30/2017)
IAR
Wisconsin(7/23/2019)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
VA
VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.
VALMARK ADVISERS INC | VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.
CRD#: 108050 / SEC#: 801-55564
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/29/1998 Approved)Wyoming
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/2017 Terminated)Upgrade to AdvisorCheck Premium
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Contact information
Main Address
130 Springside Drive Suite 300, Akron, OH 44333
Mailing Address
Phone number
(800) 765-5201
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
275
SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 19,096 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 8,379,181,235 |
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Company Information
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CRD#: 108050Santa Barbara, CA 93101TRUST BUT VERIFY
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